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Updated on: Jul 2026
Ex-TCS Veteran Rajashree R Joins QBurst as Global Head- Industries
Appointments

Ex-TCS Veteran Rajashree R Joins QBurst as Global Head- Industries

QBurst, a design-led digital engineering company powered by High AI-Q™, has appointed Ex-TCS Veteran Rajashree R as its Global Head of Industries. In her new role, she will lead the company’s industry strategy, working closely with clients, partners, and internal teams to develop industry-focused solutions and expand the adoption of AI-powered technologies across key sectors. […]

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Why India is Emerging as the Next Global Data Centre Hub
Technology

Why India is Emerging as the Next Global Data Centre Hub

India is fast emerging as a major global destination for data-centre investment as the US and Europe face a growing capacity crunch. According to a recent ICICI Securities report, the surge in AI demand, hyperscale cloud expansion, and policy support are helping position India as the next big data infrastructure hub. Why India Is Gaining […]

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India’s Economy Could Hit $7 Trillion This Decade, Boosting Jobs
Employment

India’s Economy Could Hit $7 Trillion This Decade, Boosting Jobs

India is on course to become a $7 trillion economy by the end of this decade, with the potential to double in size to nearly $14 trillion by the mid-2030s, according to India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra. The projection reflects the country’s long-term growth trajectory, driven by economic reforms, infrastructure development, […]

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Afrin Noor Joins Jindal Steel as Vice President – Talent & Strategy
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Afrin Noor Joins Jindal Steel as Vice President – Talent & Strategy

Jindal Steel, one of India’s leading integrated steel producers, has appointed Afrin Noor as Vice President – Talent & Strategy. In her new role, Afrin will lead the company’s talent and people strategy, focusing on leadership development, workforce planning, organizational design, and HR initiatives that support business goals. Extensive Experience She joins the company with […]

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Manufacturing Momentum Spurs Demand for Skilled Talent
Employment

Manufacturing Momentum Spurs Demand for Skilled Talent

India’s industrial output grew 5.1% year-on-year in May, up from 4.9% in April, driven by strong manufacturing activity and higher electricity generation, according to the latest Index of Industrial Production (IIP) data. While the figures primarily measure industrial performance, they also provide valuable signals for the labour market, indicating continued demand for talent across manufacturing, […]

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Govt Plans ₹5,000-Crore Scheme to Help Steel Industry Adopt Green Technologies
Industry

Govt Plans ₹5,000-Crore Scheme to Help Steel Industry Adopt Green Technologies

The Central government is planning a ₹5,000-crore scheme to help the steel industry adopt green technologies and reduce carbon emissions. The move is part of the government’s efforts to make steel production cleaner and support the industry’s transition to low-carbon manufacturing. The scheme is expected to provide financial support to steel manufacturers, especially smaller companies, […]

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Volkswagen Plans Biggest Job Cuts in Its History
Layoffs

Volkswagen Plans Biggest Job Cuts in Its History

German auto giant Volkswagen is reportedly considering one of the largest restructuring exercises in automotive industry history, with plans that could result in up to 100,000 job cuts and the closure of four manufacturing facilities in Germany, according to people familiar with the matter. The proposals are expected to be discussed during a supervisory board […]

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Top 5 Virtual Internships in AI, ML and Data Science, Stipend Up to ₹15,000
Internship

Top 5 Virtual Internships in AI, ML and Data Science, Stipend Up to ₹15,000

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) transforms industries worldwide, demand for professionals skilled in AI, Machine Learning (ML), and Data Science is growing rapidly. AICTE is offering Virtual internship to students, an opportunity to gain practical experience in these high-demand fields. To help students build industry-relevant skills, several organisations have opened applications for AI-focused virtual internships through […]

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AI Fuels Cybersecurity Skills Gap: Accenture Report
Survey & Report

AI Fuels Cybersecurity Skills Gap: Accenture Report

As cyber threats grow more sophisticated and artificial intelligence (AI) transforms the security landscape, organizations are struggling to find cybersecurity professionals with the right mix of technical and business skills, according to a new report by Accenture. The report, “Reinventing the Cyber Workforce: Solving the Talent Imbalance,” reveals that the global cybersecurity talent shortage is […]

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ZOOM Communications Appoints Seema Bangia as Chief People Officer
Appointments

ZOOM Communications Appoints Seema Bangia as Chief People Officer

ZOOM Communications has appointed seasoned human resources leader Seema Bangia as its Chief People Officer (CPO). In her new role, she will lead the company’s people strategy, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives while overseeing leadership hiring, talent development, performance management, employee engagement, and governance. Seema will also be responsible for strengthening compliance with ethics […]

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Mercedes-Benz Asked Employees to Work Longer Hours for Same Pay
Employment

Mercedes-Benz Asked Employees to Work Longer Hours for Same Pay

German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a new round of cost-cutting measures, asking employees to work longer hours without additional pay as it looks to reduce expenses and improve competitiveness in a challenging global automotive market. In an internal note sent to employees on Friday, CEO Olaf Källenius and other senior executives said the company […]

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Vedanta Group’s Resonia Appoints Divyanshu Asthana as CHRO
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Vedanta Group’s Resonia Appoints Divyanshu Asthana as CHRO

Resonia, the Vedanta Group’s power transmission company, has elevated Divyanshu Asthana to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In his new role as CHRO, he will be responsible for leading Resonia’s human resources strategy, strengthening organisational capabilities, and supporting the company’s growth across its operations in India and Brazil. Extensive Experience He brings 14 years of […]

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